India to Host Squash World Cup 2025 for the Third Consecutive Time

India is all set to welcome the world’s top squash talent as it hosts the Squash World Cup for the third consecutive time. The tournament will be held at the SDAT Stadium, Chennai, from 10 to 14 December 2025, marking yet another milestone in India’s growing reputation as a major global hub for squash events. Chennai, known as the “Home of Indian Squash,” continues to attract international attention due to its world-class facilities, strong sporting culture, and consistent support from the Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI) and Tamil Nadu’s sports authorities.

Background and Context

The Squash World Cup is an international mixed-team tournament featuring countries with four-player squads—two men and two women. The event follows an innovative scoring system introduced in 2023, making matches faster, more intense, and highly spectator-friendly.

India hosting the tournament for the third time reflects,

• The rising popularity of squash in the country
• Strong administrative backing for racquet sports
• Chennai’s established infrastructure and organisational success

The tournament is also significant for India as it continues to push for squash visibility ahead of major international sporting cycles.

Participating Nations and Tournament Format

A total of 12 nations will compete, including,

• India (hosts)
• Egypt (defending champions)
• Malaysia (2023 runners-up)

Each team features two male and two female players. The format continues to use the high-paced first-to-seven points game with a sudden-death tiebreak at 6–6, ensuring exciting, unpredictable outcomes.

Past Performance and Historical Insights

• 2023 Champions: Egypt defeated Malaysia in the finals.
• India’s Result (2023): Finished third, their highest placement so far.
• Most Successful Team: Egypt with two titles, showcasing their global dominance in squash.
• First Squash World Cup: Held in 1996 in Malaysia, where Australia emerged champions.

These historical elements underline the importance of the 2025 edition as India seeks to improve its standing and challenge top contenders.

Static Facts

• Event: Squash World Cup 2025
• Host: India (third consecutive time)
• Venue: SDAT Stadium, Chennai
• Dates: 10–14 December 2025
• Teams: 12
• Format: 7-point games, sudden death at 6–6
• India’s 2023 Rank: 3rd place